22-Year-Old Man Assaulted Following Collision

Police are appealing for information after a 22-year-old man was assaulted following a collision.

The 22-year-old male cyclist was in collision with a vehicle, believed to be a blue Nissan, at around 12.30am on Friday 18th March on Lonsdale Street, Middlesbrough.

Whilst lying unconscious on the ground it is believed that he was then assaulted. As a result of the incident the victim was taken to James Cook University Hospital where he was treated for facial injuries including broken teeth, a broken nose and stitches to his lip. He was later released.

A 20-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm and has been released on bail pending further enquires.

Police would like any witnesses or anyone with information regarding the incident to contact Detective Constable Ian Turnbull on the non-emergency number 101, Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or www.crimestoppers-uk.org.